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Classes For Seniors

Stay strong, steady, and social on the Upper East Side. Active Studios NYC offers a welcoming range of low-impact classes designed with adults 55+ in mind — from balance-building Tai Chi and gentle Yoga to core-strengthening Pilates and joyful Social Dance. Every class meets you where you are, with experienced instructors, all fitness levels welcome, and no experience required. Our studio is conveniently located at 1521 York Avenue, in the heart of the UES.
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Stay healthy and fit

Tai Chi

• Improves balance and stability • Increases flexibility • Reduces stress through deep breathing, relaxation techniques, and meditation • Enhances muscle strength and endurance gained through low-impact exercise
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Balance •  Flexibility • Strength • Defense

Isshinryu Karate

Isshinryu Karate provides a holistic approach to enhancing physical fitness, self-defense, and personal development. Through practicing Karate, adults can develop mental resilience, self-confidence, and self-discipline.
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Okinawan Isshin-ryu Karate

Goju-ryu Karate

Traditional Okinawan Goju-ryu Karate for Adults is a fascinating martial art that involves hard attacks and soft defenses. Master your mind, body, and spirit with Sensei Roy Kamen. Are you ready to train the "old way"?
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Goju-ryu Karate For Adults

Wing Chun

This Southern Chinese form of martial art is considered a soft form, using the opponent’s strength and momentum as the basis of defense. Students who study Wing Chun kung fu develop a stronger understanding of their own bodies, spatial awareness, balance and reflexes.
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Southern China’s Kung Fu 

Cardio Kickboxing

This class combines Kickboxing's muscle-building power with athletic endurance
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Build Power & Endurance

Woman's Self Defense

Our self-defense training system was developed in conjunction with members of military special forces and NYC police personnel. It is comprised of three components: identifying danger, verbal de-escalation, and eliminating threats. It is designed to put you in control and save your life.
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Become Your Own Protector!

Heels Dance

Class begins with a warm-up (without heels) featuring stretches and body isolations to help you feel grounded. We will then learn to walk in heels and finish with a fun, sultry choreography. All movements aim to unlock your authentic self-expression.
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Explore your feminine side

Somatic Workouts

Rhythmic Somatic Workout and Somatic Belly Dancing– where movement becomes medicine, and dance becomes a pathway to healing. Our classes are designed to help you release stress, awaken joy, and reconnect with your body’s wisdom through the art of somatic movement. Each session is more than just exercise—it’s an invitation to explore, feel, and transform.
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Release stress and enhance fitness

Cardio Dance Club / Balloon Core, Legs & Stretch

Get ready to unleash your inner dancer with this high-energy, low-impact workout that packs in a whopping 6,000 steps, equivalent to four miles! Then transition into Balloon Core, Legs & Stretch. Sculpt and strengthen your core using real balloons, and redefine your legs and glutes. t ready to sweat, smile, and have a blast!
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Unleash your inner dancer – 110 minutes

Belly Dancing

This beginner-friendly class is all about movement, music, and self-expression. You’ll learn the basics—like shimmies, hip circles, and smooth undulations—broken down step by step so they’re easy and fun to pick up.
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Discover the Joy of Belly Dancing!

BFA: Balance, Fitness & Agility

BFA is designed to improve Balance, Fitness, and agility and confidence through simple, enjoyable movements. This class focuses on strengthening reflexes, building stability, and increasing agility—no matter your age or fitness level.
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Improve Your Balance, Fitness, Agility and Your Confidence

Candlelight Yin Yoga

Enjoy a soothing evening Yin Yoga session by warm candlelight. Melt your stress away surrounded by warm, flickering candlelight.
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Yoga mats and blocks are provided for free.

Sculpt and Stretch

Sculpt and Stretch is a slow-moving class designed to target your core muscles while also increasing mobility, strength, and flexibility throughout your entire body.
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Strengthen your core & mobility

Barre & Core Pilates

Along with a strong focus on core strength, we will also target deep back, leg, and arm muscles in a low-impact way. This will cultivate stability, endurance, and strong posture.
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Unlock Your Physical Potential

Core & Abs

Build core strength and abdominal definition with focused training in planks, crunches, rotations and stability work. All levels welcome.
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Strengthen Your Core & Abs

Silver Core Strength

Gentle seated chair fitness for seniors that builds core, posture and balance. Low-impact and welcoming to all abilities — your first class is free.
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Chair Fitness for Seniors

Yoga

Through a combination of postures, breathing exercises, and meditation, Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced yogi, our classes cater to all levels of experience as well as all physical fitness conditions.
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Yoga mats and blocks are provided for free.

Reiki Energy Healing Circle

Join us on a journey of self-discovery and healing experiencing various modalities of energy work to bring harmony to your mind, body and spirit. Each week of the month, you’ll receive the power of: Biological Energy Reading, Meditation & Breathwork, Tuning Forks, and Crystal Sound Bath
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In-Person and on Zoom

Outdoor Cardio Circuit Training

This is a 1-hour full-body conditioning class held on the Eastside Promenade between E81st & E79th. The focus is on strength training, targeting the core, quads, glutes, delts, calves, and abs. Participants should average 5000 steps. The class will meet on Fridays at 9 am at Active Studios NYC, located at York Ave and E81st. In the case of bad weather, training will be held indoors
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Full-Body Conditioning on the Eastside Promenade

Ballet

Whether you’re a beginner with no prior experience or have danced before and want to reignite your passion, our classes offer a nurturing and supportive environment for adults of all levels.
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Celebrate the beauty of movement.

Workshops & Events

Join us for body soothing, mind expanding, and spirit soaring Workshops and Events over the next few months. From unlocking your intuition to Master Reiki Certifications, Active Studio's partnership with Self Empowered Minds strives to expand your consciousness and improve your health.
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Transform Your Life today

Parties and Space Rentals

Active Studios NYC features 1,500 sq. ft. of adaptable event space with seating for up to 40 guests (standard package), a fully equipped kitchen, and two on-site support staff. Ideal for themed kids’ parties, adult celebrations, workshops, photo shoots, or dance rehearsals. Enhance your event with décor, catering, entertainment, costumes, and more for a personalized, full-service experience in our vibrant venue.
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Birthday Parties / Cocktail Parties / Themed Parties

Classes Resuming This Fall

Bachata Dance - Resumes This Fall

Bachata is a popular Latin American music and dance genre that originated in the Dominican Republic in the 1960s. It has gained worldwide recognition over the past few decades. Bachata is a sensual and rhythmic dance that is easy to learn.
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Partner Bachata class 

Kundalini Bodywork Experience - Online - Resumes This Fall

This Kundalini Bodywork Experience is an at-home, intention-based approach to healing. Through this practice, you will release deep-rooted trauma, unblock stagnant energy, and activate your energy centers, raising your vibrational frequency. Through breath, movement, and energetic transmission, you'll activate your life force energy and release deep layers of tension, emotional blocks, and stored trauma, right from the comfort of your home.
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Awaken Your Life Force Energy, Wherever You Are

Sound Bath Experience - Reumes This Fall

Indulge Your Senses: Dynamic Breathwork: Release stress, reduce inflammation, boost immunity, and rejuvenate your spirit through controlled breathing. Sound Bath Experience: Close your eyes and surrender to the soothing sounds of crystal singing bowls, balancing chakras and washing away stress!
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Experience a symphony of bliss

Bachata Dance & Social - Resumes This Fall

Join us on the first Tuesday of every month for a fun-filled Bachata Dance class followed by a social gathering. Enjoy wine, talk, and good times. Bachata is a popular Latin American music and dance genre that originated in the Dominican Republic in the 1960s. It has gained worldwide recognition over the past few decades. Bachata is a sensual and rhythmic dance that is easy to learn.
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Transform Your Life today

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